Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve tour is the only hunting reserve in Nepal. In Nepal, there are numerous national parks, conservation areas, and reserve areas, but only one of them is a hunting reserve. Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve was founded in 1987 and occupies 1,325 square kilometers in Nepal’s Myagdi, Rukum, and Baglung districts. Dhorpatan hunting reserve elevation ranges from 2850 to 5500 meters above sea level.
Dhorpatan hunting tour is a popular adventure tour in Nepal. Dhorpatan is a combination of the terms “dhor” and “patan’ which means marshland and flat meadow. The climate of Dhorpatan ranges from high temperate to subalpine and alpine regions. In higher altitudes, the landscape is always covered in snow. Throughout the reserve, 58 vascular plants have been identified.
The reserve also supports a large number of flowering plant species, 36 of which are unique to the reserve. The reserve’s lower elevation is home to two species of woolly-leaved oaks, Quercus lantana, and Quercus semecarpifolia. Fir, Birch, Spruce, Juniper, Pine, Hemlock, several Rhododendron species, and other species of alpine shrubs are among the reserve’s other prevalent plant species.
Dhorpatan hunting tour package offers to explore many wild animals. Many animal species reside in the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve. The reserve is home to 18 different species of animals. Snow leopards, musk deer, red pandas, and blue sheep are a few of them. The Dhorpatan hunting reserve is home to 137 different bird species, the most frequent of which are the koklass, impeyan, and cheer pheasants. Moreover, the reserve is home to two different species of reptiles.
The Dhorpatan hunting reserve’s most popular species is the blue sheep. Goral, Serow, Rhesus Macaque, Langur, and Mouse Hare are among the other species. The Dhorpatan hunting reserve is home to a number of endangered animals, including the Musk deer, Wolf, Red Panda, Cheer Pheasant, and Danphe.
Nepal hunting in Dhorpatan is categorized into different blocks. The hunting reserve is surrounded by the village except in the north. Inside the hunting reserve, there are seven hunting blocks. Each block has a separate name and there are four in the southern section and three in the northern section. These categories are designed to make hunting simple and effective. The name of the seven blocks of the reserve with the animals available for hunting are:
Southern Hunting Block
- Falguna: Blue sheep and Himalayan Tahr
- Barse: Blue sheep
- Gutsang: Blue sheep and Himalayan Tahr
- Surtibang: Himalayan Tahr
Northern Hunting Block
- Seng: Blue sheep and Himalayan Tahr
- Dogadi: Blue sheep and Himalayan Tahr
- Sundaha: Blue sheep and Himalayan Tahr
Vehicle Nepal is a registered company managed by Graceful Adventure. We provide the best itinerary for the Nepal Dhorpatan hunting reserve where you can hunt Blue Sheep and Himalayan Tahr. We can arrange all services for our guests including lodging, meals, and transportation for this package. And also, provide professional and qualified tour guides who can make your trip more informative.
Why hunting tour in Nepal
Nepal is a major destination for numerous reasons, including hunting, addition to adventure. The history of hunting in Nepal dates back to the era of the kings. The history of hunting in Nepal has been distinguished by kings, queens, and their guests. The Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve now hosts organized modernized hunts.
Hunting is legal in Dhorpatan, Nepal. The only location where license hunting is permitted is here. You will receive a license to hunt animals and birds in the reserve if you are interested in the activity for a specific number of days or weeks. Hunting for blue sheep and Himalayan tahr are two of the most valued mountain activities, according to stalkers.
Best Season
Hunting is allowed in two seasons:
- Spring (March-April)
- Autumn (October-November)
In these seasons, the weather is favorable for Hunting in Dhorpatan. The weather will be moderate which will offer great visuality to hunting animals. During this season, you can also observe the varieties of flora and fauna.
Gear and equipment
Hunting Gear
- Maps
- Compass or GPS
- Hunting Pack
- Water bottle
- Blaze orange tape for route marking
- Decoys and game calls
- Scent eliminators
- Scent attractors
- Ground blind or portable tree stand
- Game carrier (sled/cart/or rope)
- Cooler
- Odorless insect repellent
- Sunscreen
Hunting Clothing
- Hunting jacket or convertible parka
- Hunting pant
- Hunting vest
- Hunting boots
- Performance base layer or long underwear
- Moisture-wicking socks
- Winter watch cap or beanie
- Hat
- Fingerless gloves
- Face mask/Camo Balaclava
- Belt
- Boot gaiters
- Spare clothing
Overnight Gear
- Tent
- Ground cloth or tent footprint
- Sleeping bag
- Foam ground pad or inflatable pad
- Flashlight/headlamp
- Camp chair
- Water purifier/tablets
- Water jug
- Meals/snacks
- Camping stove
- Utensils
- Garbage Bag
- Rope or nylon webbing
- Biodegradable camp soap
- Small shovel
- Toilet paper
- Bear bag with rope or cord
- Tent/tarp patch kit
Emergency and Survival Gear
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- First Aid Kit
- Emergency blanket
- Small flashlight
- Signal mirror
- Water purification tablets
- Windproof matches
- Fire steel
- Fire starting supplies
- Small sewing kit
- Safety pins
- Survival knife
- Portable saw
- Energy bar
- Aspirin/pain reliever
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Cell phone
Accommodation
In Kathmandu, there is high-quality lodging with a variety of facilities, such as air conditioning, heaters, hot and cold showers, comfortable beds, and electrical outlets. From one to five-star ratings, we provide a range of accommodations, from deluxe to luxurious.
Similarly, the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve falls under the rural area. You’ll be accommodated in the tented camp and local teahouse which are cozy yet comfortable. During hunting, only tented camps are available with great facilities including light and comfortable beds.
Transportation
Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve can be reached by road and air transport. It is also a popular trekking route in Nepal. Vehicle Nepal gives the best transport service for the Dhorpatan hunting reserve tour as per your preference and group. Dhorpatan Hunting reserve is 238km away from Kathmandu.
By land
The road distance between Kathmandu to Dhorpatan is 371km away. Vehicle Nepal provides branded Jeeps for the Dhorpatan Hunting reserve trip. Only jeeps are suitable because you’ll travel off-road from Beni. As per your preference, we provide different jeeps for you.
By Air
The quickest method to reach the Dhorpatan Hunting reserve from Kathmandu is ssby flight. Air service is linked from Kathmandu and Pokhara to Dhorpatan airport.
Heli chartered is also available for private groups. As per our guest preference, we can provide a chartered Heli for the Dhorpatan Hunting reserve tour.
Food
In Kathmandu city, you can choose from a variety of dishes to suit your preferences. You can choose from a variety of cuisines on the menu according to your preferences. Depending on your preferences, we provide Thai, Chinese, Indian, Nepali, Korean, Italian, and many other cuisines in Kathmandu. You will always receive hygienic, nutritious food prepared by trained professionals.
Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve is located in rural Nepal. As a result, there are no restaurants that offer a wide range of dishes. You can have food prepared by the chef in the tent. You can have local food prepared by local people in teahouses with an authentic Nepali taste.